Sept. 15 marks the beginning of National Hispanic Heritage Month. Our theme this year is “Cultural Conversations Through the Years.” Join us on Monday, Sept. 16, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in A. Lincoln Commons for food, music, history, Spanish speaking and celebration!
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Get Registered for the 2024 Cardboard Boat Regatta!
Faculty, staff, students and alumni are invited to participate in LLCC’s third cardboard boat regatta on Sept. 27 at Lake Macoupin! Check in will be 9-10 a.m. with the race starting at 11 a.m. Register by Sept. 20 at the LLCC PoliceDepartment in Sangamon Hall South or by calling 217-786-2278.
The LLCCPD can provide cardboard, while supplies last. (Please note: duct tape is not provided.) A boat construction area is provided under the overhang between Sangamon Hall North and Sangamon Hall South. All painting must be done in the grass west of the construction area. Please respect the space and keep your site tidy. Contact LLCC PD for more details.
The boats will be on display on the lawn west of the Helen Hamilton Center prior to the race. Awards will be given in such categories as fastest boat, best design, LLCC spirit and Titanic!
Important event details
- There is an entry fee of $20 per team. Money raised will be donated to a charity.
- There must be at least two people per boat; there is no maximum.
- Minimum age to participate is 16; minors will need parental consent.
- Closed toe shoes and life preservers are required (if you cannot bring one, please make priorarrangements with the LLCCPD)
- Each preliminary race, or “heat race,” of 3-4 boats will take place around the Lake Macoupinfountain from the east bank in the Helen Hamilton Center.
- Winners of each preliminary race will compete in the final race.
- An opening ceremony prior to the first race and closing ceremony with awards will be held in theoutdoor amphitheater.
- Rain date: Oct. 11
Boat Construction Materials
Accepteble materials:
- corrugated cardboard
- duct tape
- water-based paint
Materials not allowed:
- oil-based paint
- water-proof paint
- wood
- styrofoam
- plastic sheathing
- fiberglass
- Son0tubes/coated cardboard
- silicon, wax or tar
- caulking compounds
- metal
- staples, clamps or screws
Rules
- Life preservers/vests must always be worn while on/in the water.
- Closed toe shoes are required. Shoes that tie/zip are preferred, tennis or water shoes. NO flip flops or Crocs.
- The ENTIRE boat including paddles must be made from cardboard and duct tape. Corrugated cardboard only!
- Duct tape may be used only to reinforce seams. DO NOT duct tape the entire hull of the boat!
- Water-based paint is allowed (no oil-based paint) for decorating the boat.
- Decorations are allowed and encouraged, provided they are not used as structural or floatation elements.
- Crew costumes are encouraged.
- Design is left to builder(s). Let your creativity take over.
- NO surfboard style boat allowed.
- Team members who start the race must finish the race without leaving the interior of the boat. If a team member exits the boat for any reason during the race, the team will be disqualified.
- Please make sure all packing labels and staples are removed!
- Throwing water on another boat is reason for disqualification, unless said water comes from the incidental splash of a paddle or other propulsive device.
- Sunken or discarded boats must be disposed of in the designated trash receptacle.
Integrity Challenge
An individual or team may submit a challenge of integrity on any of the top three finishing boats.
Procedures will be developed for an individual or team to submit a challenge confidentially.
There is a challenge fee of $20 per submission. All challenge money will be donated to a charity.
Challenged boats will be thoroughly inspected. This may involve cutting the boat to inspect the internal structure.
Monday Morning Mentor: getting students to complete reading assignments
This week’s Monday Morning Mentor series is How Do I Get Students to Complete Reading Assignments? This presentation is available Sept. 9 and on-demand for one week. You may link to the presentation online. The password for this week’s program is: reading910
Access to the programs in the Monday Morning Mentor series is restricted to members of the subscribing institution. Any unauthorized use or access, including sharing access with faculty and staff not affiliated with the subscribing institution, is prohibited.
2024 Cardboard Boat Regatta Details & Registration
Faculty, staff, students and alumni are invited to participate in LLCC’s third cardboard boat regatta on Sept. 27 at Lake Macoupin! Check in will be 9-10 a.m. with the race starting at 11 a.m. Register by Sept. 20 at the LLCC PoliceDepartment in Sangamon Hall South or by calling 217-786-2278.
The LLCCPD can provide cardboard, while supplies last. (Please note: duct tape is not provided.) A boat construction area is provided under the overhang between Sangamon Hall North and Sangamon Hall South. All painting must be done in the grass west of the construction area. Please respect the space and keep your site tidy. Contact LLCC PD for more details.
The boats will be on display on the lawn west of the Helen Hamilton Center prior to the race. Awards will be given in such categories as fastest boat, best design, LLCC spirit and Titanic!
Important event details
•There is an entry fee of $20 per team. Money raised will be donated to a charity.
•There must be at least two people per boat; there is no maximum.
•Minimum age to participate is 16; minors will need parental consent.
•Closed toe shoes and life preservers are required (if you cannot bring one, please make priorarrangements with the LLCCPD)
•Each preliminary race, or “heat race,” of 3-4 boats will take place around the Lake Macoupinfountain from the east bank in the Helen Hamilton Center.
•Winners of each preliminary race will compete in the final race.
•An opening ceremony prior to the first race and closing ceremony with awards will be held in theoutdoor amphitheater.
•Rain date: Oct. 11
Boat Construction Materials
Accepteble materials:
- corrugated cardboard
- duct tape
- water-based paint
Materials not allowed:
- oil-based paint
- water-proof paint
- wood
- styrofoam
- plastic sheathing
- fiberglass
- Son0tubes/coated cardboard
- silicon, wax or tar
- caulking compounds
- metal
- staples, clamps or screws
Rules
1. Life preservers/vests must always be worn while on/in the water.
2. Closed toe shoes are required. Shoes that tie/zip are preferred, tennis or water shoes. NO flip flops or Crocs.
3. The ENTIRE boat including paddles must be made from cardboard and duct tape. Corrugated cardboard only!
4. Duct tape may be used only to reinforce seams. DO NOT duct tape the entire hull of the boat!
5. Water-based paint is allowed (no oil-based paint) for decorating the boat.
6. Decorations are allowed and encouraged, provided they are not used as structural or floatation elements.
7. Crew costumes are encouraged.
8. Design is left to builder(s). Let your creativity take over.
9. NO surfboard style boat allowed.
10. Team members who start the race must finish the race without leaving the interior of the boat. If a team member exits the boat for any reason during the race, the team will be disqualified.
11. Please make sure all packing labels and staples are removed!
12. Throwing water on another boat is reason for disqualification, unless said water comes from the incidental splash of a paddle or other propulsive device.
13. Sunken or discarded boats must be disposed of in the designated trash receptacle.
Integrity Challenge
An individual or team may submit a challenge of integrity on any of the top three finishing boats.
Procedures will be developed for an individual or team to submit a challenge confidentially.
There is a challenge fee of $20 per submission. All challenge money will be donated to a charity.
Challenged boats will be thoroughly inspected. This may involve cutting the boat to inspect the internal structure.
“You Know?” Student Communication: Week of Sept. 2
Please encourage students to check out the LLCC Student Club Info Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 4 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in A. Lincoln Commons.
2024 Cardboard Boat Regatta Details & Registration
Faculty, staff, students and alumni are invited to participate in LLCC’s third cardboard boat regatta on Sept. 27 at Lake Macoupin! Check in will be 9-10 a.m. with the race starting at 11 a.m. Register by Sept. 20 at the LLCC PoliceDepartment in Sangamon Hall South or by calling 217-786-2278.
The LLCCPD can provide cardboard, while supplies last. (Please note: duct tape is not provided.) A boat construction area is provided under the overhang between Sangamon Hall North and Sangamon Hall South. All painting must be done in the grass west of the construction area. Please respect the space and keep your site tidy. Contact LLCCPD for more details.
The boats will be on display on the lawn west of the Helen Hamilton Center prior to the race. Awards will be given in such categories as fastest boat, best design, LLCC spirit and Titanic!
Important event details
- There is an entry fee of $20 per team. Money raised will be donated to a charity.
- There must be at least two people per boat; there is no maximum.
- Minimum age to participate is 16; minors will need parental consent.
- Closed toe shoes and life preservers are required (if you cannot bring one, please make priorarrangements with the LLCCPD)
- Each preliminary race, or “heat race,” of 3-4 boats will take place around the Lake Macoupinfountain from the east bank in the Helen Hamilton Center.
- Winners of each preliminary race will compete in the final race.
- An opening ceremony prior to the first race and closing ceremony with awards will be held in theoutdoor amphitheater.
- Rain date: Oct. 11
Boat Construction Materials
Accepteble materials:
- corrugated cardboard
- duct tape
- water-based paint
Materials not allowed:
- oil-based paint
- water-proof paint
- wood
- styrofoam
- plastic sheathing
- fiberglass
- Son0tubes/coated cardboard
- silicon, wax or tar
- caulking compounds
- metal
- staples, clamps or screws
Rules
- Life preservers/vests must always be worn while on/in the water.
- Closed toe shoes are required. Shoes that tie/zip are preferred, tennis or water shoes. NO flip flops or Crocs.
- The ENTIRE boat including paddles must be made from cardboard and duct tape. Corrugated cardboard only!
- Duct tape may be used only to reinforce seams. DO NOT duct tape the entire hull of the boat!
- Water-based paint is allowed (no oil-based paint) for decorating the boat.
- Decorations are allowed and encouraged, provided they are not used as structural or floatation elements.
- Crew costumes are encouraged.
- Design is left to builder(s). Let your creativity take over.
- NO surfboard style boat allowed.
- Team members who start the race must finish the race without leaving the interior of the boat. If a team member exits the boat for any reason during the race, the team will be disqualified.
- Please make sure all packing labels and staples are removed!
- Throwing water on another boat is reason for disqualification, unless said water comes from the incidental splash of a paddle or other propulsive device.
- Sunken or discarded boats must be disposed of in the designated trash receptacle.
Integrity Challenge
An individual or team may submit a challenge of integrity on any of the top three finishing boats.
Procedures will be developed for an individual or team to submit a challenge confidentially.
There is a challenge fee of $20 per submission. All challenge money will be donated to a charity.
Challenged boats will be thoroughly inspected. This may involve cutting the boat to inspect the internal structure.
September is Suicide Prevention Month
Suicide Prevention Month is a time to raise awareness and discuss this urgently important crisis. This month can be used to spread hope and vital information to those affected by suicide and suicidal ideation.
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. A free and confidential, judgment-free support available to anyone 24/7. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call/text 988 immediately. Pressing #1 connects to the Veteran’s Crisis Line. Pressing #2 connects to the Spanish Language Line and other language interpreters. Pressing #3 connects to LGBTQI+ trained counselors. Chat is available at 988Lifeline.org
- 217-788-7070 Memorial Health Mobile Crisis Response. A telehealth and in person 24/7/365 community response team. Mobile Crisis Response will screen for risk to self or others, connect to community services, provide follow-up, facilitate inpatient psychiatric hospitalization if individual meets criteria. *For all ages, all insurance, any person who needs mental health support and is experiencing mental health distress.
Please help spread awareness of these vital resources. There is hope and no one needs to suffer alone.
Three Notaries on LLCC Main Campus
If you are in need of a notary for official documents, LLCC has three on the main campus.
Mary Dellert, executive assistant to the president — Mary is located in Menard Hall.
Crystal Norris, administrative assistant the dean, social sciences and business — Crystal is located in Sangamon Hall.
Jill Siebert, donor relations coordintor, LLCC Foundation — Jill is located in Menard Hall.
National College Colors Day tomorrow!
Tomorrow, Aug. 30, is National College Colors Day! Break out that LLCC gear and let’s see your Logger spirit! PRM may be coming around to snap some photos for social media.
Student Technology Center
If you have assignments that require students to use technology or if they use technology to complete an assignment, the Student Technology Center is here to support them. The Student Technology Center can provide help for students with software that is required for class assignments.
The Student Technology Center is also available to support students who may not have a strong technical background or who may require additional support getting started with a technology-based assignment.
The Student Technology Center is located next to the Canvas Support Center in the lower level of Sangamon Hall, is available to support students from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday. Students may stop by for on-demand support or they may schedule an appointment.